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Protesters Rally Against Illegal Immigration Bill

For Students 9th - 10th
May, 2006, coverage of a Chicago rally to protest legislation proposed in the House of Representatives that would strengthen border protection as the U.S. tries to halt illegal immigration. Video and photo slideshow of the protest...
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PBS

News Hour: Mexicans React to Immigration Crisis in u.s. (2006)

For Students 9th - 10th
Fascinating look at the Mexican viewpoint of the immigration debate in the United States. Transcript, audio, and video of this July, 2006, report available.
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USA Today

Usa Today: States Try to Block Illegal Workers

For Students 9th - 10th
Article covers the continued controversy surrounding illegal immigration. The debate has moved to the states as over 30 states have now enacted laws to crack down on illegal immigration. July, 2006.
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Gilder Lehrman Institute: Immigration and Migration: Timeline and Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login Required] An interactive look at court cases that deal with the rights of immigrants between 1876 and 1901.
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NPR: National Public Radio

Npr: Nation Sees Effects of 'Day Without Immigrants'

For Students 9th - 10th
A brief look at the nationwide boycott by immigrants that took place across the nation on May 1, 2006 and its effect if any on our economy.
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USA Today

Usa Today: Towns Take Aim at Illegal Immigration

For Students 9th - 10th
This article examines the battle over illegal immigration.
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USA Today

Usa Today: Immigrants Say 'We Need to Be Heard'

For Students 9th - 10th
Article describing the boycott of businesses and schools by immigrant rights supporters that took place on May 1, 2006. Discusses the impact of the protests nationwide. Links to other articles on immigration.